Forest Orders
Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulation 261.50 (a) gives each Forest Supervisor the authority to issue orders which close or restrict use of locations within the area over which she has jurisdiction. An order may close an area to entry or may restrict the use of an area by applying any or all of the prohibitions authorized under 36 CFR 261 Subpart B. A violation of these orders is a federal crime, punishable up to $5,000 and/or 6 months in jail.
Some of the reasons for the implementation of such orders are to protect public safety, prevent resource damage, protect wildlife populations, and more.
Below is a list of current Forest Orders. Contact one of our district offices for more information.
| Order # | Description | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
Regional Orders | ||
| 06-00-00-23-01 | Alcohol Prohibitions | 02/17/2023 |
| 06-00-00-22-01 | Fireworks, Explosives, and Exploding Targets | 06/22/2022 |
| 06-00-00-21-03 | Traffic Safety | 09/23/2021 |
| 06-00-00-21-02 | Weed Free Hay and Mulch Products Required | 07/01/2021 |
| 06-00-00-21-01 | Aquatic Invasive Species | 03/28/2021 |
Mt. Hood National Forest Orders | ||
| 06-06-00-24-06 | Camping Stay Restrictions | 09/30/2024 |
| MH-260-20-98 | Wilderness Restrictions | 06/22/1998 |
Barlow Ranger District Orders | ||
| MH-2011-4 | Sportsman's Park Area Restrictions | 05/01/2011 |
| MH-84-20-85 | The Dalles Watershed Closure | 05/20/1985 |
Clackamas River Ranger District Orders | ||
| 06-06-05-24-04 | Danger Trees Roads Closure Danger Trees Roads Closure - Color Map Danger Trees Roads Closure - Black & White Map | 06/26/2024 |
Hood River Ranger District Orders | ||
| 06-06-06-24-02 | Eagle Creek Closed Trails Eagle Creek Closure Map | 07/08/2024 |
Zigzag Ranger District Orders | ||
| 06-06-09-25-01 | Bull Run Watershed Closure | 03/13/2025 |
| MH-275-09-2001 | Gordon Creek Watershed Restrictions | 01/05/2001 |